Difference Between CV, Resume And Biodata

From "zainab.urooj" :
HI All,
Just wanted to know if there is any difference between Curriculum Vitae, Resume and Biodata.
As per my knowledge there is..
Resume- To be used by Freshers only
CV- Not a Fresher
Biodata- I'm not sure but it is supposed to be a detailed information of your work. 10-12 pages i guess.
Regards
Zainab Urooj3rd December 2007 From India

Resume is meant for Experience persons which highlights experience as candidate’s USP, while CV is for freshers without experience which highlights education as their USP.23rd July 2010 From India, Bhopal

Hi friends, Its really a very good information regarding difference between CV,Resume and Biodata for freshers like me.Thank you very much Mr.Govind Singh. Regards Samy26th July 2010 From India, Hyderabad

The primary differences between a resume and a curriculum vitae (CV) are the length, what is included and what each is used for. A resume is a one or two page summary of your skills, experience and education. While a resume is brief and concise - no more than a page or two, a curriculum vitae is a longer (at least two page) and more detailed synopsis.A curriculum vitae includes a summary of your educational and academic backgrounds as well as teaching and research experience, publications, presentations, awards, honors, affiliations and other details. In Europe, the Middle East, Africa, or Asia, employers may expect to receive a curriculum vitae.
In the United States, a curriculum vitae is used primarily when applying for academic, education, scientific or research positions. It is also applicable when applying for fellowships or grants. 11th September 2012 From India, Jaipur

Resume:
A resume is a one or two page “summary” of your skills, experience and education. Generally no more longer than a page or two.
CV:
A Curriculum Vitae is a longer and more detailed synopsis. Generally over a couple of pages long.
Bio-Data:
Bio-Data files concentrate more on the individual and his attributes like height, weight, colour, skin complexion,…and more that describes the person the best.17th October 2012 From India, Bangalore

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